Archive for the ‘Guides and tips’ Category
On storing lettuce
Maybe I’m the only one having this problem. In the past two weeks, I’ve gotten lettuce in my CSA box. Last week, it was romaine, the week before I can’t remember. My lettuce arrives bright, green, crisp and full of dirt (which I personally don’t mind since to me it’s an indicator of freshness). But […]
This Valentine’s, have a picnic
It’s almost here, Valentine’s day. Some of you may remember my take on eating out on this day. Basically, I don’t want to be out dining out with the crowds. Last year, I put a little more thought into it and cooked a nice dinner for D, but this year we have much going on, so I thought ’screw it, let’s have a picnic.’
Nice to meet you, Giacomo Vico
Don’t you love discovering something you really like? At a wine tasting at Casa Toscana on Thursday, I tried a Giacomo Vico Barbera D’Alba Superiore and right there, I fell in love. This is a full-bodied and intense Piedmontese red wine. Though our tasting notes described it as dry, it was incredibly smooth and so […]
Cool last-minute gifts for food lovers
Most holiday vendors’ holiday shipping deadlines have passed and if you’re like most people, you’re probably still scrambling for gifts for your loved ones. If you have any food lovers on your list, here are a few gift ideas available now in stores in Miami (meaning you won’t be paying in shipping almost the amount […]
Feed the Parents: A quick guide
Before our parents arrived in Miami for my birthday celebration, D and I gave much thought to where we wanted to feed them. Places that would satisfy both tastes, — my parents are Latin; his are American — somewhat showcase Miami and not empty our their wallets. We did good, for they left happily fed […]
mango&lime’s Hurricane Survival (Food) Guide
It’s that time again — hurricane season — and we’re hearing it from all fronts: Prepare, prepare, prepare. So how do you prepare to eat during a hurricane?
Stock up
The Florida Department of Health recommends:
* 1 gallon bottled water per person per day
* Ready-to-eat canned meats, chicken or fish
* Canned fruits, vegetables and beans
* Peanut butter
* […]
15 wines under $15 — that you can buy in Miami
I like wine. In fact, I love wine, but I’m far from being a wine connoisseur, which makes my wine shopping rather haphazard. It’s overwhelming to stand in front of rows and rows of wine bottles not really knowing what makes one Cabernet better than another. So I asked Danny Brody, owner of the now […]
Quick n’ dirty plantains
We can’t be gourmands every day. When strapped for time, Goya frozen plantains are a good substitute.
